J Bowes, Japanese Marks & Seals is very helpful as is Koop & Inada, Japanese Names. Japanese porcelain. Adams Ironstone c1962 Bishop & Stonier Bisto Mark Capodimonte Crowned N Capodimonte N artist T Galli Choisy le Roi French c1930 Crown Devon c1917 to c1930 Crown Devon c1930 on Ernst Wahliss Vienna Mark 632. Mark "Hand Painted" and "NIPPON" over and under the two characters "Bibi" . Many of these companies were in business for very short periods of time. Thanks to Patricia Thompson dated to "somewhere between the years of 1926 & 1929". When you click links to various merchants on this site and make a purchase, this can result in this site earning a commission. They describe the various pottery of Japan as follows: Mail order catalogue 1917. Bizen Ware (Okayama) 6. The Japanese porcelain maker's marks & signatures listed below are currently not in any specific order or categorized by maker, artist, period or style, etc. 696. The ceramics produced during this brief period are named ko-Kutani (old Kutani) and boast vivid colors and characteristic designs. Japanese porcelain, "Fine China, Japan, "1221", "English Garden" (pattern), Retro style decoration, later part of 20th century, tentatively 1970s. The ascending kilns used to bake large ceramics are said to be the biggest kilns in Japan. From the look of the porcelain designs I would suggested the 1920-30s for this piece. "Genuine Samurai China" Patent No. It's also guaranteed authentic hence the high value for a Made in Occupied Japan item. Tamba-Tachikui-yaki () is produced around Konda, in the city of Sasayama, in Hyogo prefecture. 723. Thank you again and thank you to all I have not mentioned here, for all help and interest in and contributions to our knowledge of the 20th century Japanese porcelain. Mark: The kanji character inside the fan is. Teas set, brought back to the US in 1946. Date: 20th century. The booklet seems to date to the mid-late 1930s. These are the so-called "Nippon wares". 1298. Some items are extremely fine and delicate, which makes them nearly translucent. Kasama ware is strongly resistant to dirt and suitable for daily use. Other Asian Art. See examples on eBay , Fukumoto Eitar () Hirado porcelain marked Hirado-san Fukumoto-z Produced in Hirado by Fukumoto. He came back with a potter from Arita who stayed in town, became a specialist in unglazed earthenware and trained other potters. The entire range of Imperial reign marks so common on Chinese porcelain, genuine or not, is mostly lacking. A rare example of an easy-to-date manufacturer is the maker Hichozan Shinpo-sei, which only produced wares in the late part of the Edo period, (1603 to 1867). Produced in the town of Izushi, in Hyogo prefecture, Izushi ware started in 1764, when a potter named Izuya Yazaemon established a glaze kiln in the area. Shodai ware is unique because of its simple texture and its pouring method of applying enamel. Decoration in traditional Japanese "Imari" style. Kamada Kji's tea ceremony bowls and larger works are signed with the kanji character for "Ko" - the first in his given name. A rough guess on a date would be late 19th century/early 20th century before 1920s. During the following years, Nakano ware stopped being manufactured, until it was revived around the year 1927, during the Showa period (1926-1988). Its story began in 1598, during the Sengoku period (1467-1603) when Omura Yoshiaki, the lord of the Omura domain, brought back potters from Korea. In 1784, a climbing kiln was built in Otanimura as a national kiln for the baking of daily-use ceramics, employing Shigaraki ware artisans. Porcelain was produced in Arita for the first time in 1616 under the control by the feudal lord of Nabeshima, or the present Saga Prefecture. It is generally believed that the naturalised Korean potter Ri Sampei (1579-1655), who had been brought to Japan in 1598, discovered clay for porcelain production at Izumiyama near Arita. An interesting fact: Tamba-Tachikui potters wheels rotate in an unusual counterclockwise direction. Still the trade must have continued even under the OJ period. Iga-yaki () is a form of porcelain produced around the city of Iga, in Mie prefecture. Blue-green, iron, white-brown, and transparent enamels are used, allowing a diversity of colors, luster, patterns, and textures. Manufacturers adapted their gilded polychromatic enamel overglaze designs to appeal to the tastes of western consumers with great success, but also controversy. Eiwa Kinsei appears to be mostly an export ware dating from the 1950s and later. Types of Japanese pottery and porcelain. 799. 19. The oldest marks are black and gold marks found on lithophane Geisha wares. Mark: "Made in Japan". In the 1960s, collector ranks swelled and demand for marked Nippon pieces vastly exceeded the supply. Listed are also some modern Japanese porcelain marks. Mark: "T T" in two rectangles. Use your magnifying glass so you can see clearly and distinguish all marks and names. Otani-yaki (), is the most famous craft of the city of Naruto, in Tokushima prefecture. Date 1945-52. United China & Glass Co. Inc., better known as UCAGCO, dating back to 1850. The kiln then closed and the production of Kutani ware started again in the 19th century with the help of the feudal domain. Mashiko Museum of Ceramic Art, Mashiko Ware Teapot with Landscape Painting by Miyangawa Masu (1874-1960). Unconfirmed identity but looks like Mount Fuji and a stream. Date after 1940. Nakamura" of "Moriyama style". The factory is still in operation. The markings are often in red, but can be impressed, in blue, gold and sometimes black with a green background. Together with Bizen, Echizen, Seto, Shigaraki and Tokoname, Tamba is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. When the Japanese invaders of Korea (1592-1610) returned to Japan, they brought back Riroushi, a Korean potter, who produced pottery in the area. Check the dealer's website or make a preliminary phone call to determine their specialty. To further our understanding of 20th century porcelain marks our friend and member of our Discussion Board, Elyce Litts, recently sent me some notes from a small booklet entitled "Some Suggestions for Souvenir Seekers" produced by the Japanese Government Railway. During the Meiji Period (1868-1912), the production of this most valued of Japanese pottery prospered and comprised tableware, tables, lanterns, and flower vases. Its offices were based in New Orleans and New York. After the Taisho period (1912-1926) and before World War II, Shigaraki hibachi pots (indoor earthenware heating pans) were extremely popular. Reshaping Japan's Ceramic Scene (many artists) Rokubee Kiyomizu VIII (Avant Garde) JT. Mid 20th century. Iwami-yaki () is manufactured around the city of Gotsu, in Shimane prefecture. A rough guess on a date would be early 20th century, before 1920s. Mark: "TMK CHINA". Elephant mark. Sanshu onigawara crafts flourished in the 18th century. It stands at 5-inches on a 7 x 3 -inch base. It was often presented as gifts to the Edo shogunate and exported to territories like China and Europe, where this type of Japanese pottery is sometimes known as Hirado ware or Hirado-yaki (). Tentative date 1980-2000. Ucagco company. Mark of "Nippon Yoko Boeki Co." "wreath with a bow at the bottom and a clover". While this clay is heavier than others and require care, there is a rustic practicality to its dense texture. There are various Kutani styles, using distinctive colors. 1396. One of them were the Takita company, whose mark was T&T in two rectangles. This mark is typical of "seal characters". Style suggests a post WWII date, possible 1960s. The Cooperative of Kasamayaki, Tea Set by Akira Otsu. Besides large jars, Otani ware comprises rice bowls and teacups, and all kinds of ornamental products. Some claim certain colors mean the item is worth more. 'Fine China' seems to be used consistently as a brand name under which several patterns are/were sold such as Golden Rose, Platinum Rose, Golden Wheat and Platinum Wheat. 1370. During the Taisho period (1912-1926), Tokoname tiles were then in high demand. It is produced with fine grained ball clay named gairome nendo. Porcelain gifts and decorative accessories. But, at times only generic terms were recorded, and tracking down more information requires expert advice. To immediately gain a better understanding on the many names that occurs in Japanese pottery and porcelain, I believe this map, that indicates the most common kiln areas (blue names) and cities (names in red), will be helpful. The name "Nippon" was chosen for items coming from Japan. The period 1913-1926 is referred to as the Taisho period. Distinctive patterns and tints are produced depending on how the ash is employed and how the flames touch the piece. See examples on eBay , Kinzan satsuma pottery marked Kinzan Meiji Taish period See examples on eBay , Kioken Heyza six-character underglaze blue mark on Seto porcelain that reads Kioken Heyza sei; Meiji period See examples on eBay , Kitamura Yaichiro (1868-1926) Satsuma pottery marked Kitamura See examples on eBay , Kizan Satsuma pottery marked Kizan (Takayama) See examples on eBay , Kizan alternative rectangular Satsuma mark written as Kizan; Meiji Taish period See examples on eBay , Kusube Sennosuke (1859-1941) Kusube See examples on eBay , Kusube Sennosuke (1859-1941) Alternative Kusube Satsuma mark See examples on eBay , Kusube alternative Kusube Satsuma mark in iron red either by Kusube Sennosuke or his son Kusube Yaichi (1897-1984). During firing, Hagi ware also changes color. Made with fragments of Iyo sharpening stones, it was established in 1777 by the Ozu domain. The porcelain seems like early to mid 20th century. This cookie is set by the provider PayPal to enable the PayPal payment service in the website. Signatures are usually followed by a suffix, for example Sei, tsukuru or saku all meaning "made", or Ga, Dzu or Fude meaning "painted" or "drawn". NID cookie, set by Google, is used for advertising purposes; to limit the number of times the user sees an ad, to mute unwanted ads, and to measure the effectiveness of ads. Mino-yaki (), produced in the Tono area, in Gifu prefecture, was created during the 5th century when Sue ware, potters wheels, and hillside kilns were imported from Korea to Japan. This particular mark is sometimes very faintly incised into the porcelain with the sunburst being the most recognizable attribute and the H and G lettering barely legible. Pieces such as flower vases, sake jars, and tea containers were produced. Tentatively a Japanese ware. Mark occurs in black and red. Large quantities of quality porcelain stone were manufactured, and literature shows that porcelain was already being baked in Amakusa around 1670. A certified appraiser, another professional to seek out, may charge an appraisal fee, but their knowledge is worth it if your piece is at all valuable. The pottery items have a double-wall, a unique technique that cannot be found in any other type of Japanese porcelain, making a perfect insulation for hot liquids. However, the cost of supplies was high, and the kiln was closed after three years. 6 Things to Know About Japanese Sake Cups, What is Bizen Ware? At the end of the 17th century, pottery covered with white glaze to look like porcelain was highly appreciated for daily use. Kutani-yaki () is famous for its bold designs, vibrant colors, and overglaze painting. 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